Widely recognized as one of the most influential books in the fantasy genre, with L. Sprague de Camp describing it as being on par with The Lord of the Rings in terms of its quality and influence. This copy is one of a limited edition of 250 numbered copies - this is copy number 222 - SIGNED by the author and by the frontispiece illustrator, Sidney Sime. Quarter bound - vellum spine over tan cloth boards. Morocco label, lettered in gilt, to the spine. TEG. A Near Fine copy - fresh, complete, no inscriptions, tightly bound. The boards are fresh, the vellum is bright. Internally very fresh - no foxing or spotting. Light bruising to the upper corners. SIGNED to the limitation page by Lord Dunsany, SIGNED at the foot of the frontispiece by Sidney H Sime. Uncommon. PayPal accepted.